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English Learning for Curious Minds

Are you looking for a more interesting way to learn English? English Learning for Curious Minds is a podcast for intermediate-advanced English learners. Learn weird and wonderful things about the world at the same time as improving your English. Every episode comes with an interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary and is spoken at a speed you can understand. Join listeners from 189 countries and discover a more interesting way of improving your English. Find the bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles, key vocabulary, and more at www.leonardoenglish.com

  1. #558 | General Hannibal | Rome’s Greatest Enemy

    1 HR AGO

    #558 | General Hannibal | Rome’s Greatest Enemy

    Hannibal of Carthage, one of history's greatest military strategists, almost brought the Roman Republic to its knees.   As a boy, he swore eternal enmity against Rome, leading him to cross the Alps with his diverse army and elephants, stunning the Romans.   Despite his victories, he never managed to capture Rome, but his legacy of brilliance and determination remains.   Hannibal's vow to hate Rome forever Hannibal's upbringing and education in military tactics The First Punic War and Carthage's defeat Hannibal's march across the Alps into Italy Hannibal's diverse and strategic army composition Key victories at the Trebia, Lake Trasimene, and Cannae Rome's Fabian Strategy to counter Hannibal Hannibal's defeat at the Battle of Zama Hannibal's later life and exile Hannibal's enduring legacy and impact on military strategy Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/hannibal --- You might like: 🔓 Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists ✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube] 📹 A look inside Leonardo English membership 📧 Join our FREE weekly newsletter--- Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية

    28 min
  2. #555 | Mobutu Sese Seko | The King of the Kleptocrats

    3 JUL

    #555 | Mobutu Sese Seko | The King of the Kleptocrats

    Meet Mobutu Sese Seko, the man who rose from a lowly army officer to become the autocratic ruler of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.   Wearing his signature leopard-skin hat, Mobutu rebranded the country as Zaire and himself as a symbol of African pride.   Despite his charismatic persona and lavish lifestyle, his regime left the country impoverished, highlighting the dangers of unchecked power and corruption.   Mobutu Sese Seko's rise to power in Congo Congo's harsh colonial history under Belgian rule Mobutu's involvement in Patrice Lumumba's downfall Mobutu's 1965 coup and 32-year rule Renaming Congo to Zaire and introducing the Authenticité movement Mobutu's repressive regime and personality cult Corruption and Mobutu's embezzlement of state funds Economic decline and dependency on foreign aid Mobutu's fall from power and death in exile Mobutu's enduring legacy in modern-day DRC Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/mobutu-sese-seko --- You might like: 🔓 Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists ✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube] 📹 A look inside Leonardo English membership 📧 Join our FREE weekly newsletter--- Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية

    26 min
  3. #553 | A Short History Of The Minimum Wage

    19 JUN

    #553 | A Short History Of The Minimum Wage

    In this episode, we'll explore the complex world of minimum wage laws, from their surprising origins in Australia and New Zealand to modern debates around their effectiveness.   Do they protect the lowest-paid workers, or do they do more damage than good?   History of the minimum wage globally Early minimum wage laws in Australia and New Zealand Introduction of minimum wage in the UK and the US Arguments for and against minimum wage Impact of the minimum wage on businesses Regional variations in minimum wage Alternatives to the minimum wage Minimum wage and wage growth in the UK Comparison of minimum wage with skilled jobs Political perspectives on the minimum wage Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/minimum-wage --- You might like: 🔓 Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists ✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube] 📹 A look inside Leonardo English membership 📧 Join our FREE weekly newsletter--- Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية

    25 min
  4. #550 | The Egyptian Revolution

    5 JUN

    #550 | The Egyptian Revolution

    In 2011, Egypt erupted in protest, toppling a 30-year regime. What began as a grassroots movement against an autocratic leader turned into a complex struggle for democracy and power. In this episode, we'll travel through the events that led from the hopeful dawn of revolution to the military's return to power, and see how social media and global events played pivotal roles in shaping modern Egypt. Egypt's conditions ripe for revolution in 2011 Hosni Mubarak's rule and use of emergency laws Impact of Tunisian Revolution on Egypt Rise of protests on Egyptian Police Day 2011 Role of social media in Egyptian protests Mubarak's resignation and military's interim government Muslim Brotherhood's rise and Morsi's presidency Morsi's overreach and public dissatisfaction Army's intervention and Sisi's rise to power Repression and return to authoritarian rule under Sisi Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/egyptian-revolution --- You might like: 🔓 Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists ✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube] 📹 A look inside Leonardo English membership 📧 Join our FREE weekly newsletter--- Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية

    28 min
  5. #548 | The Salem Witch Trials

    22 MAY

    #548 | The Salem Witch Trials

    In this episode, we'll explore the eerie events of the Salem Witch Trials, a chilling tale of suspicion, fear, and injustice in 17th-century Massachusetts.   Discover how a village turned against itself, leading to the execution of innocent people amidst accusations of witchcraft, and consider the theories behind what really happened.  The harsh winter of 1692 in Massachusetts Puritans' fear of the devil and witchcraft Witch accusations in Salem Village Tituba's confession and impact Spectral evidence in Salem court trials Tragic outcomes of the witch trials Ergot fungus and mass hysteria theories Social tensions and personal vendettas in Salem Aftermath and attempts to right wrongs Exoneration of Elizabeth Johnson Jr. in 2022 Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/salem-witch-trials Episode about The History of Witches: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/witches"Weird history" episodes: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcast-tags/weird-history"Horror" episodes: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcast-tags/horror W --- You might like: 🔓 Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists ✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube] 📹 A look inside Leonardo English membership 📧 Join our FREE weekly newsletter--- Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية

    22 min
  6. #545 | The Life of Lawrence of Arabia

    8 MAY

    #545 | The Life of Lawrence of Arabia

    In part one of this three-part mini-series, we'll explore the captivating life of T.E. Lawrence, the British archaeologist and army officer known as "Lawrence of Arabia."   Discover how he fought alongside Arabian tribesmen during World War I in their quest for independence, all while knowing an uncomfortable secret.  The early life and interests of T.E. Lawrence Lawrence's work as an archaeologist in the Middle East The Ottoman Empire and World War I context Lawrence's role with Arab forces against Ottomans The strategy of guerrilla warfare and victory at Aqaba Lawrence's experience and trauma in Deraa The broken promises of the Sykes-Picot Agreement Lawrence's return to Britain and later life The lasting impact of Lawrence on the Middle East Varied perceptions of T.E. Lawrence's legacy Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/lawrence-arabia --- You might like: 🔓 Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists ✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube] 📹 A look inside Leonardo English membership 📧 Join our FREE weekly newsletter--- Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية

    25 min
  7. #543 | From Temples to Duty-Free | The Ancient History of Modern Perfume

    24 APR

    #543 | From Temples to Duty-Free | The Ancient History of Modern Perfume

    In this episode, we'll explore the fascinating history of perfume, tracing its journey from Ancient Mesopotamia to its artistic development in France.   We'll learn how scents have evolved from practical uses to luxury items, and discover the intriguing world of “grands nez,” the master perfumers who dedicate their lives to crafting these aromatic masterpieces.   Perfume origins: from Mesopotamia to Middle Eastern innovation Ancient perfume use: religious rituals and practical odour cover Egypt: Perfume as a status symbol in hot climates Cleopatra and the power of scent Roman perfume indulgence and imported fragrances French perfume evolution: From leather gloves to luxury Grasse: The perfume capital of the world Why perfume is expensive: ingredients and branding Becoming a "grand nez": the perfumer's journey Perfume's artistic and historical significance across cultures Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/perfume --- You might like: 🔓 Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists ✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube] 📹 A look inside Leonardo English membership 📧 Join our FREE weekly newsletter--- Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية

    22 min
  8. #540 | Mustafa Kemal Atatürk | The Father of Modern Turkey

    10 APR

    #540 | Mustafa Kemal Atatürk | The Father of Modern Turkey

    In this episode, we'll explore the life of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of modern Turkey.   Discover how he turned a fragmented resistance into a national movement, established a secular republic from imperial ruins, and why he’s still called "The Father of the Turks."   Mustafa Kemal Atatürk's famous 36-hour speech, Nutuk Decline and Fall of the Ottoman Empire Reasons for the Ottoman Empire's decline The Ottoman Empire's defeat in World War I Mustafa Kemal's rise as a military leader Turkish War of Independence overview Establishment of the Republic of Turkey Atatürk's radical reforms and modernisation Introduction of secularism and language reform Legacy of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/mustafa-kemal-ataturk --- You might like: 🔓 Unlock bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles & vocabulary lists ✨ 5 Powerful Tips for Learning English with Podcasts (Faster & Effectively!) [YouTube] 📹 A look inside Leonardo English membership 📧 Join our FREE weekly newsletter--- Keywords: Learn English, vocabulary, lessons, idioms, aprende inglés, idiomas, aprender inglês, apprendre l'anglais, imparare l’inglese, ingilizce öğren,英語を習う, تعلم الإنجليزية

    28 min
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Are you looking for a more interesting way to learn English? English Learning for Curious Minds is a podcast for intermediate-advanced English learners. Learn weird and wonderful things about the world at the same time as improving your English. Every episode comes with an interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary and is spoken at a speed you can understand. Join listeners from 189 countries and discover a more interesting way of improving your English. Find the bonus episodes, interactive transcripts, subtitles, key vocabulary, and more at www.leonardoenglish.com

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